Diagnostic Routine 225/325 - Shift Concerns: No 2-1 Shift (Automatic)

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SHIFT CONCERNS: NO 2-1 SHIFT (AUTOMATIC)

Possible Component	Reference/Action
225 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical Inputs/Outputs, Vehicle Wiring Harnesses, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Shift Solenoids (SSA, SSB), OSS, Digital TR Sensor	Run On-Board Diagnostic. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE for diagnosis. Go To PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT SOLENOID or Go To PINPOINT TEST D: DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR . Refer to PINPOINT TESTS - NON OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLES .
325 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Main Control Valve Body
Bolts out of torque specification	Tighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets and Separator Plate - damaged, off location	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
1-2 Shift Valve	Inspect. Repair as required.
SSA, SSB - damaged	Activate the solenoid using the Transmission Tester. If the solenoid operation cannot be felt when placing hand on solenoid, install a new solenoid. Inspect O-rings for damage. Repair as required.
Intermediate Clutch Assembly
	Carry out Air Pressure Test. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES
Return Spring - damaged, misassembled	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Piston and Seal - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Balance Dam - damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Friction Element - damaged, worn	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
Not holding, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.